1-Day Tour to Enjoy One of Australia’s Most Spectacular Sunset Views: Great Ocean Road | Anglesea River | Twelve Apostles | Westgate Bridge**All Park Entrance Fees and Taxes****Complimentary onboard Wi-Fi**
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• Scenic journey – including photo stops – along the spectacular Great Ocean Road
• Spot wild koalas while strolling in the sweetly-scented eucalyptus forest
• Drive through the Great Otway National Park
• Marvel at the natural beauty of Loch Ard Gorge and hear the famous tale of shipwreck survival
• View two of the Apostles from beach level at Gibsons Steps (time permitting)
• Watch the sky's colours change as the sun descends behind the 12 Apostles
• Lunch break (own expense) in one of the Surf Coast's charming townships
Itinerary
We make a brief stop at the town of Anglesea, for a chance to walk alongside the beautiful Anglesea River, before continuing the scenic journey along the Great Ocean Road.
At the township of Kennett River, we break for lunch (at your own expense) with an opportunity to stroll among the sweetly-scented eucalyptus trees to locate local koalas in their native habitat. There is a large koala population here and numerous sightings are guaranteed. From here, we travel onwards through the Otway Ranges to the Shipwreck Coast and the iconic rock formations of the Port Campbell National Park.
Our first stop is Loch Ard Gorge where 52 lives were lost and only 2 souls survived the wreck of the Loch Ard in 1878. Your guide will recount the legend of the Loch Ard, bringing the gorge to life in a way you never imagined. We take time to explore here, with more rock formations to see, including the Razorback, the Dumpling Pots and the delightful Island Archway.
We have been advised by Parks Victoria that access to the gorge at Loch Ard Gorge will be closed until some time in 2025. The closure is due to dangerous cliff movement near the Upper Lookout, which could cause a collapse.
We will still be visiting this location, as there are many other interesting & spectacular viewpoints around the area above the gorge.
As the sun approaches the horizon we make our way to our final sightseeing destination. Prepare to be amazed by the majestic monoliths of the Twelve Apostles. Enjoy a genuine spectacle watching the colours of the sky and the land transform in the evening light.
We break up the homeward journey with a dinner stop (at your own expense) in the regional town of Colac. We then continue on, enjoying views of the illuminated city as we again cross the Westgate Bridge on the approach to Melbourne.
With drop off right back to your inner city accommodation, you'll remember this day as a true highlight of your Australian holiday.
- Snacks and a refillable water bottle
- Warm weather – sunscreen and a hat, swimming costume if you want to take a dip
- Winter – warm clothes and layers as coastal winds can make conditions quite cold
Great Ocean Road
Loch Ard Gorge
Twelve Apostles
Meeting & Transfer Info
10:00 AM-11:00 AM|Melbourne
Adina Apartments Melbourne189 Queen St, Melbourne VIC 3000
10:00 AM-11:00 AM|Melbourne
Dorsett Melbourne615 Little Lonsdale St, Melbourne VIC 3000
10:00 AM-11:00 AM|Melbourne
Europa Melbourne310-314 Queen St, Melbourne VIC 3000
10:00 AM-11:00 AM|Melbourne
Crown Promenade8 Whiteman St, Southbank VIC 3006
10:00 AM-11:00 AM|Melbourne
Grand Hyatt123 Collins St, Melbourne VIC 3000
10:00 AM-11:00 AM|Melbourne
Ibis Melbourne Hotel & Apartments15-21 Therry St, Melbourne VIC 3000
10:00 AM-11:00 AM|Melbourne
InterContinental Melbourne by IHG495 Collins St, Melbourne VIC 3000
10:00 AM-11:00 AM|Melbourne
Marriott HotelExhibition St & Lonsdale St, Melbourne VIC 3000
10:00 AM-11:00 AM|Melbourne
Pan PacificSouth Wharf, 2 Convention Centre Pl, Melbourne VIC 3006
10:00 AM-11:00 AM|Melbourne
Radisson Hotel380 William St, Melbourne VIC 3000
10:00 AM-11:00 AM|Melbourne
Rendezvous Hotel328 Flinders St, Melbourne VIC 3000
10:00 AM-11:00 AM|Melbourne
Grand Hyatt Melbourne123 Collins St, Melbourne VIC 3000
10:00 AM-11:00 AM|Melbourne
Europa Melbourne310-314 Queen St, Melbourne VIC 3000
10:00 AM-11:00 AM|Melbourne
Crown Promenade8 Whiteman St, Southbank VIC 3006
10:00 AM-11:00 AM|Melbourne
The Great Southern Hotel Melbourne44 Spencer St, Melbourne VIC 3000
10:00 AM-11:00 AM|Melbourne
Intercontinental Melbourne the Rialto495 Collins St, Melbourne VIC 3000
10:00 AM-11:00 AM|Melbourne
Marriott HotelExhibition St & Lonsdale St, Melbourne VIC 3000
10:00 AM-11:00 AM|Melbourne
Pan PacificSouth Wharf, 2 Convention Centre Pl, Melbourne VIC 3006
10:00 AM-11:00 AM|Melbourne
Radisson Hotel380 William St, Melbourne VIC 3000
10:00 AM-11:00 AM|Melbourne
Rendezvous Hotel328 Flinders St, Melbourne VIC 3000
10:00 AM-11:00 AM|Melbourne
Grand Hyatt Melbourne250 Elizabeth St, Melbourne VIC 3000
10:00 AM-11:00 AM|Melbourne
Space Hotel380 Russell St, Melbourne VIC 3000
10:00 AM-11:00 AM|Melbourne
Stamford Plaza111 Little Collins St, Melbourne VIC 3000
10:00 AM-11:00 AM|Melbourne
Mercure Melbourne Southbank9 Riverside Quay, Southbank VIC 3006
10:00 AM-11:00 AM|Melbourne
The Savoy Hotel on Little Collins Melbourne630 Little Collins St, Melbourne VIC 3000
10:00 AM-11:00 AM|Melbourne
Victoria Hotel215 Little Collins St, Melbourne VIC 3000
10:00 AM-11:00 AM|Melbourne
The Hotel Windsor111 Spring St, Melbourne VIC 3000
Includes & Excludes
- All transfers in air-conditioned comfort
- Friendly and informative driver/guide
- Scenic drive along the Great Ocean Road
- Complimentary onboard Wi-Fi throughout your journey
- The iconic rock formations of the Port Campbell National Park
- Arrive at the famous 12 Apostles in time to enjoy a memorable sunset
- Hotel pickup
- Food or beverages other than stated
- All personal expenses
Special Notes
- No prams, strollers, luggage or large bags are permitted onboard our touring vehicles due to a lack of appropriate storage space.
- We are able to provide an infant seat (0-3 years) or a child booster seat (4-8 years) free of charge. Please note we have only a limited number available each day and they must be pre-booked.
The time we mentioned in the itinerary is for reference only. Please refer to your guide on tour for the actual arrangement. The visiting order and duration might be changed according to actual and practical situation for better service.
This tour/activity is overseen by a select local operator in the region. Upon booking your tour or activity and after receiving confirmation, you will be issued an e-ticket detailing the local operator's name and contact information. If you require assistance finding a specific tour, please contact us for more information.
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